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Stars in their eyes

Title :

Stars in their eyes / a graphic novel by Jessica Walton and Aśka.

Title:

Stars in their eyes

Author:

Walton, Jessica

Format:

Books

Physical Description:

209 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm

ISBN:

9781338818796

9781338818802

Production / Publication Information:

New York, NY : Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., [2023]

General Note:

Stars in Their Eyes was originally published in Australia by Fremantle Press in 2021.

Summary:

Maisie is on her way to her first fancon and she can't wait to meet her idol, an action star who had an above-the-knee amputation, just like Maisie. But then she meets Ollie. Ollie is a cute volunteer working the show, and they geek out about nerd culture, just as much as Maisie does. After spending the day together, Maisie notices feelings for Ollie that she's never had before. Could Ollie feel the same way?

Language:

English

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Genre:

Subject Term:

Fans (Persons) -- Australia -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Teenagers with disabilities -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Sexual minorities -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Gender-nonconforming people -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Mothers and daughters -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Young adult fiction.

Holds: Copies:

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Material Type	Library	Call Number	Item Barcode	Location
Book	Searching... Andover - Memorial Hall Library	TEEN GRAPHIC WALTON	31330009460761	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Billerica Public Library	YA GRAPHIC/WALTON	33934004665346	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Burlington Public Library	YA WALTON GRAPHIC	32116004041451	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Haverhill Public Library	YA/COMIX/WALTON J	31479007175879	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Ipswich Public Library	YA GN WALTON	32122003040387	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Lawrence Public Library	FIC WAL YA GRAPHIC NOVEL	31549005050223	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Littleton - Reuben Hoar Library	YA GN F WALTON	39965002458882	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Lowell - Pollard Memorial Library	YA GRAPHIC WALTON	31481005712265	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... North Reading - Flint Memorial Library	YA GRAPHIC WALTON	31550002582556	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Rockport Public Library	YA GRAPHIC WALTON	32129002602901	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Rowley Public Library	YA GN WAL	32130001080222	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Tewksbury Public Library	TEEN GRAPHIC STARS	32132003444760	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... West Newbury - G.A.R. Memorial Library	YA GN-GN WAL	32135001622378	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Westford - J.V. Fletcher Library	YA F WALTON (GRAPHIC)	31990005286534	Searching... Unknown
Book	Searching... Wilmington Memorial Library	TEEN GRAPHIC WALTON	32136003589243	Searching... Unknown

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Summary

In this lighthearted YA graphic novel romance, Maisie and Ollie discover that nothing beats the feeling of falling in love for the first time.

Maisie is on her way to Fancon where she will come face-to-face with her idol, Kara Bufano, fellow amputee and hardcore heroine of her favourite TV show.

But when Maisie and her mum arrive at the convention centre, she is stopped in her tracks by Ollie, a cute volunteer working the show. They are kind, charming, and geek out about nerd culture just as much as Maisie does.

And as the day wears on, Maisie's heart swells with feelings for Ollie in ways that she's never felt before.

Is this what it feels like to fall in love?

Perfect for fans of Heartstopperand Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me this graphic novel debut is a fresh, one-of-a-kind story that celebrates the excitement of meeting someone special for the first time.

Reviews (3)

Publisher's Weekly Review

Walton and As´ka interrogate themes of body image, fan culture, and self-discovery via a queer, disabled teen in this thought-provoking graphic novel. Nothing is going to stop bisexual 14-year-old Australian Maisie from attending her first fan convention and meeting her hero, Kara Bufano, an actor from her favorite television show who, like Maisie, uses a prosthetic leg. When Kara's appearance is canceled, Maisie fears that the increased discomfort from her chronic pain caused by navigating the con and her mother's efforts saving money for the tickets are for naught. But then she befriends 15-year-old Ollie, a nonbinary fancon volunteer who offers to make the rest of Maisie's convention experience one to remember. Maisie and Ollie's gentle budding romance is sweeter than As´ka's cotton candy--toned color palette, but Maisie's relationship with her quirky mom takes center stage, showcasing a parent-child bond that models healthy boundaries and unwavering support. Walton--who is "proud to be disabled," per an author's note--balances tension surrounding Maisie's disability with a prevailing sense of optimism that highlights the power of inclusivity and representation in popular media, delivering an unforgettable experience. Characters are portrayed with varying abilities, body types, and skin tones. Ages 12--up. (Aug.)

Kirkus Review

Fourteen-year-old Australian Maisie and her mum, Jo, are enthusiastic lovers of all things nerdy. After scrimping and saving, they're finally on their way to Maisie's first fancon. Above all, Maisie is excited to meet her idol, Kara Bufano, an actress who plays her favorite superhero and is an amputee like her. The convention has more surprises in store, including a new crush in 15-year-old artist and fellow fan Ollie, who is nonbinary and working the con with their dad. Maisie's leg amputation was due to cancer, which is in remission but has left her with chronic pain and fatigue. Her ongoing treatments and mobility aids are portrayed as a natural part of ordinary life, as is her bisexuality. While the characters often discuss anti-ableist messages in ways that could be more organic, the lessons carry import. The story is strongest when letting Maisie, Ollie, and Jo express their personalities. It captures an intense one-day romance bonded by fan art and instant understanding. Ultimately, just as important is the love between Maisie and Jo, a quirky and tightly bonded duo who are there for each other through thick and thin. Candy-colored art makes the busy convention a delightful world of visual excitement and discovery for Maisie. Aśka's strong character illustrations let every emotion be clearly understood. Maisie and Jo have light-brown skin; Ollie and their dad read White. Cheerful and empowering. (author's note) (Graphic fiction. 12-17) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

Booklist Review

Maisie is on her way to her very first fan convention to meet her idol, Midnight Girls' star Kara Bufano. The night before the con, she takes a dip in the hotel pool, but pools are a disability danger zone for 14-year-old Maisie, filled with both cooling waters and invasive comments on bravery. This book fully rejects the objectification of disabled individuals in the name of inspiration, allowing readers to meet the real Maisie. Meanwhile, she's surrounded by chirping birds and ringing bells when meeting Ollie; they're a 15-year-old convention volunteer and fellow Midnight Girls fan. Will Maisie's first con also be her first love? Walton's graphic novel is a vivid, authentic depiction of daily life with disability, proudly celebrating queer love without compromise. The background art is alive with artist alleys, daily pillboxes, packed hallways, realistic mobility aids, and Sailor Moon cosplay. Jo One, Maisie's mom, and Joe Two, Ollie's dad, are lovingly present for their children's coming out, with identity pins and popular cultural references. Writer Walton, artist Aśka, and colorist Rosado together achieve both disability joy and queer joy on pages that pop with pride flags and familiar anime characters. Social-emotional learning essentials are ever present with a particular focus on self-awareness and social awareness. A perfect match for secondary schools and teen library collections.